Landscaping and Hardscaping - Commercial Property Inspection and Property Condition Assessment Considerations

Landscaping Condition Assessment

Landscape Condition Inspection

Landscaped Property Inspection

Hardscape Condition Assessment

Landscaping and Hardscaping such as block and concrete retaining walls are both functional and decorative, where as plantings and fencing are generally more of an aesthetic issue, although occasionally the proper function of these components is essential to the functionality of the subject property as well. In all instances, however, the upkeep and maintenance and replacement of such systems are still a cost to be recognized and accounted for in the overall budget and negotiations related to a commercial property. 

Some commercial property inspections and property condition assessments tend to glaze over the landscaping condition portions of a report, which may be fiscally alright if the only landscaping existing is turf.  Though, concrete retaining walls which to have begun to lean or heave, depending upon size, can be a considerable cost to replace or repair.

Damaged sprinkler systems may also leave special plantings and turf without water during dry summer months which can result in large re-landscaping expenses in some cases.

As a with any system commonly found on a commercial property routine inspection and condition assessment followed by application of proper maintenance materials and techniques is of utmost importance in ensuring the longevity of any landscaping or Hardscaping.

Examples: turf, plantings, planters, retaining walls, water features, signage, plaza areas, impervious surfaces, landforms and terrain.

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